Summary

Employees at this grade are qualified at the full performance level for Radiology Service at Chalmer's P. Wylie VAACC in Columbus - Ohio. Independently operates radiology equipment both mobile and fixed and assists the radiologist in fluoroscopic procedures. Performs radiologic exams ordered by medical providers and used to diagnose medical conditions as part of an overall patient care plan. Works under the direction of the Chief of Radiology by way of the Radiology Supervisor.

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
• Certification: All candidates must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) after completion of a full time 24-month training course or equivalent post high school program
• English Language Proficiency
• DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - and 7407(d) Education
• Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the 2 equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program - evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree - accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or from [other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE)
• NOTE: Assignment to the clinical program director requires meeting JRCERT minimum educational standards as noted in the assignment description
• Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements - completion of 1 year of progressively complex experience equivalent to the next lower grade level directly related to the position being filled which demonstrates knowledge - skills - abilities and other characteristics that are directly related to the specific assignment
• For GS-06/7/8 - completion of 1 year of experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level and directly related to the position being filed
• Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities
• In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: 1
• Ability to check system for operation and assess acceptable performance based on established guidelines
• 2
• Knowledge of calibration parameters and the ability to adjust as needed
• 3
• Knowledge of patient's clinical record - diagnosis - and laboratory results
• 4
• Ability to monitor patient's physiologic changes during the procedure and keep the radiologist Informed
• 5
• Skill in using tact - diplomacy - and courtesy in dealings with the customer base - patients - staff - family - visitors - and volunteers
• 6
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology - and cross-sectional anatomy - recognizing unusual images - and determining proper positioning to best demonstrate areas of interest
• The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-08
• References: VA Handbook 5005 Part II Appendix G25 & G17 Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting - 45 pounds and over
• Heavy carrying - 45 pounds and over
• Straight pulling (1 hour)
• Pushing(1-2 hours)
• Reaching above shoulder
• Use of fingers
• Both hands required
• Walking (up to 3 hours);Repeated bending (1 hour)
• Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
• Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4
• Hearing (aid may be permitted).May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria)
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8.

Duties

• VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties Include but are not limited to: A
• Receives requests or instructions for a wide variety of complex radiology examinations
• Contacts provider for verification of request if necessary
• May perform as technologist in charge on less demanding shifts or in a detached clinic
• Understands and carries out the requests made by physicians or seeks assistance of the supervisor - a higher graded technologist or radiologist when an uncommon - or new procedure is required
• Has detailed knowledge of anatomy and physiology - and cross-sectional anatomy
• B
• Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures and performs triage to prioritize
• Notifies radiologist if exam requires immediate attention
• C
• Secures the confidence and cooperation of patients during procedures
• Explains procedures and positions to patients for desired results
• Also - cushions and shields patients as appropriate
• Varies procedures or positions to adjust for patients' medical conditions
• Monitors patient for physiologic changes
• Administers contrast materials orally - by enema - or - in some circumstances - intravenously under close supervision by the Radiologist
• D
• Operates digital radiography equipment
• Determines technical factors - sets controls - and ensures that the portion of the body specified receives the correct calculated exposure
• Sets up and adjusts accessory equipment required and makes exposures necessary for requested procedures
• Ensures ALARA principle is applied for every exam
• (As low as reasonably achievable)
• Performs daily and weekly quality assurance tests to ensure proper equipment function
• E
• As a team member with a radiologist - performs procedures such as - but not limited to - IVP - urethrograms - G.I
• series - modified barium swallow and barium and air contrast barium enemas
• Sets up the exam room
• Ensures that sterile supplies - local anesthetics - contrast materials - catheters - and other required equipment are available
• F
• Performs X-ray and C-Arm work in Surgery
• Performs C-Arm work in the Pain Clinic
• G
• Registers patients for examinations and updates status as necessary
• Performs clerical duties as they relate to patient care
• Accesses the medical record as necessary to view laboratory results or to verify exam order
• H
• Reviews new developments in the profession and makes recommendations to implement processes which would improve radiology operations
• I
• Independently makes routine radiographic examinations of head - trunk - and extremities for diagnosis of illness or injuries
• Cleans equipment and area after use
• Performs routine maintenance and quality control
• Recognizes and reports malfunctioning equipment in a timely manner
• J
• Performs picture archival (PACS) duties
• The technologist captures digital radiographs - configures the image - and verifies patient information before transmitting to PACS
• This procedure requires a general knowledge of computer operations
• Image manipulation and transmission is critical in digital radiography as lost data can only be recaptured by repeating the radiograph
• K
• Works as a clinical preceptor for radiology students when assigned
• L
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday - 8:00am - 4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Functional Statement #: 91582-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade)
• Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience
• Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child
• Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)